SAS - Pennsylvania Department of Education Standards Aligned System | SAS Updateshttp://www.pdesas.org/The Pennsylvania Standards Aligned System (SAS) is a collaborative product of research and good practice that identifies six distinct elements which, if utilized together, will provide schools and districts a common framework for continuous school and district enhancement and improvement.en-usFri, 09 Dec 2016 08:20:59 GMT120USING PVAAS ON PURPOSE FOR A PURPOSEhttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/668894http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2016/12/6/668894/content.aspxCHECK OUT THE JANUARY-MAY 2017 PVAAS PROFESSIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES BOOKLETS! These booklets are now posted at https://sites.google.com/a/iu13.org/pvaas-pl-resources/
PVAAS professional learning resources are available on the PVAAS Google site: https://sites.google.com/a/iu13.org/pvaas-pl-resources/Tue, 06 Dec 2016 10:18:00 GMTPD Center Maintenancehttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/668395http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2016/12/1/668395/content.aspx
The SAS PD Center will be undergoing routine maintenance on December 15, 2016. Unfortunately, during this time period you will be unable to access your current courses or register for new courses. Your access to the SAS PD Center will be restored on December 16, 2016. We appreciate your patience and apologize for any inconvenience.
If you have any questions or need any support, please contact the SAS Help Desk (1.877.973.3727).
Thu, 01 Dec 2016 09:53:00 GMTPennsylvania Learns: Geometry Course Now Availablehttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/668311http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2016/11/29/668311/content.aspxIn addition to the mathematics courses already posted in Pennsylvania Learns iTunes U site, a Pennsylvania standards aligned geometry course is now available. For directions to access iTunes U, click here.
Tue, 29 Nov 2016 16:15:00 GMTPennsylvania Has Your Backhttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/668155http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2016/11/28/668155/content.aspxWilliam Penn founded Pennsylvania on principles of tolerance and freedom. All of us lucky enough to have the privilege to live in this Commonwealth and this great country have the responsibility to make sure everyone can enjoy these freedoms.
Governor Wolf assures us: “To those who are worried or unsure, I want you to know that Pennsylvania has your back.”Mon, 28 Nov 2016 08:54:00 GMTLITERACY IS FOR LIFE!http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/667616http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2016/11/16/667616/content.aspxLITERACY IS FOR LIFE! Toolkit Now Available
Children need to be prepared for life beyond school—life where higher literacy can only help them. That’s why educational entities across the state—the Department of Education, school districts, educational agencies, Intermediate Units and more—are joining together to promote literacy. Click here to access a wealth of resources that support and promote literacy.Wed, 16 Nov 2016 08:31:00 GMTUpdate: SAS Institute Registration – Registration Quotas No Longer in Effect!http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/666676http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2016/10/31/666676/content.aspx
Don’t forget to register for the upcoming SAS institute: Personalized Learning…Empowering Teachers and Learners. For a preview, go to https://www.smore.com/rdsbj. More detail and registration can be accessed at http://www.iu5.org/ .
Mon, 31 Oct 2016 12:33:00 GMTINSTRUCTIONAL TOOLKITShttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/665732http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2016/10/19/665732/content.aspxThree instructional toolkits are now available for Pennsylvania educators. Click here to access the Advanced Placement, the dual credit and independent study toolkits.Wed, 19 Oct 2016 08:43:00 GMTPDE Grant Opportunities for K-12 Schools and Alternative Education for Disruptive Youth (AEDY) Programshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/664878http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2016/10/9/664878/content.aspx
The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) is pleased to announce two grant opportunities available to Pennsylvania schools. Personalized learning grants are available for any K-12 school. Alternative Education for Disruptive Youth (AEDY) programs may apply for a grant to improve academic performance.
Click here to access a personalized learning grant FAQ.
Click here to access an AEDY grant FAQ.
Click here for more detail and access to the grant application.
Sun, 09 Oct 2016 15:18:00 GMTASIAN AMERICAN CULTUREhttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/664550http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2016/10/4/664550/content.aspxThe Governor’s Advisory Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs has created a list of literary resources to enrich the curriculum and offer guidance on Asian American culture. The literary resource list includes title, author, and recommended age group as well as theme, genre, and keywords to provide more detail with regard to content. Click here to access the elementary list. Click here to access the secondary list.Tue, 04 Oct 2016 18:54:00 GMTDual Credit Program Development and Implementation Toolkit – Updated!http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/661245http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2016/8/31/661245/content.aspxDual or concurrent enrollment allows high school students to take college-level, credit bearing courses offered by institutions of higher education and to receive secondary and postsecondary credit. This updated version includes additional school level implementation information. Click here to access PDE’s revised toolkit to learn about implementation and programming.Wed, 31 Aug 2016 15:59:00 GMTIndependent Study Program Toolkithttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/659299http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2016/8/4/659299/content.aspx
Independent study allows high school students to pursue knowledge that is not offered in an existing course with less supervision than is provided in a regular classroom setting. Successful completion of an independent study generally results in credit toward graduation. Click here to access PDE’s independent study toolkit to access program guidance and examples.
Thu, 04 Aug 2016 14:18:00 GMTCreating and Sustaining Professional Learning Communitieshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/658508http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2016/7/18/658508/content.aspx
The Mid-Atlantic Regional Educational Laboratory is offering a free webinar on how to create and sustain PLCs where members engage in a cycle of continuous improvement, develop collective responsibility, and align their work to educator and student learning goals. Click here to learn more and register for the August 25, 2016, event.
Mon, 18 Jul 2016 09:11:00 GMTNon-Teaching Professionals: Act 48 Courses Available in SAS PD Centerhttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/657837http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2016/6/23/657837/content.aspx
Act 48 courses for non-teaching professionals are now available in the SAS PD Center. Go to http://pdc.pdesas.org/Course/CourseCatalog. Once logged on, select Non-Facilitated; courses with the NTP designation are listed and available.
Thu, 23 Jun 2016 10:45:00 GMTPROJECT BASED ASSESSMENT UPDATEhttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/657009http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2016/5/20/657009/content.aspx
Clck here to access a recent Penn Link regarding evaluation of Project Based Assessments.
Fri, 20 May 2016 13:11:00 GMTNOMINATE AN OUTSTANDING EDUCATOR!http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/656470http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2016/5/11/656470/content.aspxThe Department of Education is seeking your help to identify outstanding educators who are of great value to the community and state, and who ultimately may receive prestigious recognition. To submit a nomination, please go to http://www.education.pa.gov/Teachers%20-%20Administrators/Pages/default.aspx#.VzOD8nDaz22 and select Educator Talent Pool from the Resource list.Wed, 11 May 2016 15:38:00 GMTIMPLICATIONS OF SENATE BILL 880http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/647465http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2016/3/8/647465/content.aspxClick here to access a recent Penn Link that clarifies the impact of SB880 on schools. &nbsp;This Frequently Asked Questions document is designed to address the impact on students who will graduate prior to 2019.Tue, 08 Mar 2016 13:26:00 GMTLearn More About Hybrid Learning!http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/644763http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2016/2/10/644763/content.aspxThe SAS PD Center now offers a non-facilitated course focusing on hybrid learning - where students enrolled in a course or subject at a brick-and-mortar school move between learning modalities at least one of which is online. Click here to learn more.Wed, 10 Feb 2016 12:06:00 GMTIncreasing Graduation Rates and Decreasing Dropout Rateshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/644708http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2016/2/9/644708/content.aspxThe Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) of 2004 requires states to develop a State Performance Plan (SPP) describing how the state will implement the requirements and purposes of the Act and improve outcomes for students with disabilities. In addition to the 16 indicators currently included in the plan, states are now also required to develop a State Systemic Improvement Plan (SSIP) that has been designated as Indicator 17. This is a new requirement that is part of the...Tue, 09 Feb 2016 13:26:00 GMTRefreshed! Renewed! Revitalized!http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/640558http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2015/12/17/640558/content.aspxThe SAS portal has undergone an exciting makeover. Highlights include ease of navigation, ability to customize your profile, updated resources, and accessible on mobile devices. Contact the Help Desk&nbsp;if you need assistance in locating a resource.Thu, 17 Dec 2015 15:40:00 GMTDIGGING DEEPER: ELA, MATH, & SCIENCEhttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/628377http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2015/9/22/628377/content.aspxDigging Deeper into content areas documents are designed to help teachers and administrators move from the initial step of identifying strengths, weaknesses, and patterns in data to determining the &ldquo;root cause&rdquo;&mdash;or the &ldquo;why&rdquo;&mdash; in order to plan for improvement and enhancements leading to continuous growth for all students.
&nbsp;Click here&nbsp;to learn more about the Digging Deeper process.&nbsp; To access Digging Deeper douments, go to http://www.livebinders.co...Tue, 22 Sep 2015 08:12:00 GMTSTUDENTS FIRST!http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/624494http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2015/8/24/624494/content.aspxThe Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) has released the Fidelity Implementation Review and Support Tool (FIRST).&nbsp;&nbsp;FIRST is a voluntary, interactive system designed to provide educators with the ability to track and implement eligible content and standards.
&nbsp;On September 23rd at 3:30 PM, PDE will host a webinar to introduce FIRST. Educators from across Pennsylvania are invited to join the webinar.&nbsp;&nbsp;
To register, please click here:&nbsp;
https://attendee.gotowebina...Mon, 24 Aug 2015 16:43:00 GMTPublish Your Best!http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/620408http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2015/7/9/620408/content.aspxPublish Your Best is now designed for SAS users to create lesson plans and units for personal use.&nbsp; For those organizations who have materials and resources for posting on SAS, contact the SAS Help Desk for more information.Thu, 09 Jul 2015 09:29:00 GMTSAS INSTITUTE SAVE THE DATEhttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/618935http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2015/6/18/618935/content.aspxThe Pennsylvania Department of Education's 2015 SAS Institute is scheduled for December 6, 2015, through December 8, 2015, at the Hershey Lodge and Convention Center.&nbsp;
Registration details will be forthcoming.&nbsp;&nbsp;Thu, 18 Jun 2015 09:08:00 GMTPennsylvania Civicshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/617478http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2015/6/4/617478/content.aspxLooking for an exciting professional development opportunity? &nbsp;Submit an application to participate in the development of a Pennsylvania Civics course in iTunes U! &nbsp;The work session is scheduled for September 15, 16, and 17, 2015, at PaTTAN Harrisburg.&nbsp;&nbsp;Click here&nbsp;to access an application. &nbsp;Deadline for submission is July 20, 2015.Thu, 04 Jun 2015 22:53:00 GMTGlobal Awareness Maphttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/611871http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2015/4/21/611871/content.aspxBring your history, geography, and current affairs classes to life with this free, interactive Global Awareness Map from the Veterans National Education Program (V-NEP). Dynamic video clips, interviews with subject matter experts, graphics and classroom discussion points will transport students around the world&mdash;from the frontlines of civil unrest to the parched deserts of the Middle East. V-NEP not only strives to teach students about history and other cultures around the world, but to thi...Tue, 21 Apr 2015 14:10:00 GMTEarly Learning Standardshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/609166http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2015/4/1/609166/content.aspxThe Office of Child Development and Early Learning has revised its Early Childhood Education Standards for Pre-K and Infant-Toddlers. &nbsp;The 2014 revisions include updates related to the Pennsylvania Core Standards;&nbsp;Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math&nbsp;(STEM) supportive practices; and current research trends.&nbsp;&nbsp;Click here&nbsp;to access the Infant Infant/Toddler Continuum and the standards documents.Wed, 01 Apr 2015 00:02:00 GMTTalent Pool Recommendations http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/608054http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2015/3/23/608054/content.aspxPDE maintains a file of emerging classroom leaders that consists of a cadre of distinguished teachers and principals.&nbsp; These educators may be considered for membership on advisory boards and task forces, as well as candidates for special recognition programs.&nbsp;
Click here to access a Penn Link providing more detail about the talent pool.
Click here to access&nbsp;the recommendation form to identify educators who are of great value to your community and state and who may also ultimately...Mon, 23 Mar 2015 11:13:00 GMTPDE Seeking Project Based Assessment Evaluatorshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/607397http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2015/3/18/607397/content.aspxThe Pennsylvania Department of Education is seeking qualified educators to assist in the evaluation of completed Project Based Assessments in Algebra I, Biology, and Literature.&nbsp; Teachers, principals, and curriculum specialists are welcome to apply.&nbsp; Evaluators must hold certification in the subject area in which they are applying to evaluate. &nbsp;Click here&nbsp;to access an application.Wed, 18 Mar 2015 11:02:00 GMTSIS Standardshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/604286http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2015/2/18/604286/content.aspx&nbsp;
As part of its review process, PDE will be seeking feedback on the Student Interpersonal Skills (SIS) Standards. These standards will be available for review at a later date. &nbsp;
Wed, 18 Feb 2015 18:33:00 GMTREGISTER NOW FOR SAS 101http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/602103http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2015/2/2/602103/content.aspxA series of one-day SAS 101 workshops has been scheduled for April 2015. &nbsp;While geared for higher education, K-12 educators are invited to attend. &nbsp;Click here to learn more and register for this event.Mon, 02 Feb 2015 11:58:00 GMTMATH DESIGN COLLABORATIVE http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/589908http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2014/11/10/589908/content.aspxResearch has shown that formative assessment lessons are a powerful way to improve student learning and performance. The Mathematics Design Collaborative&nbsp;(MDC)&nbsp;provides teachers with guided Formative Assessment Lessons (FALs) to engage students in a productive struggle that builds fluency with their procedural skills and deepens mathematical reasoning and understanding. &nbsp;Click here to join the SAS MDC Professional Learning Community &nbsp;and learn more&nbsp;about&nbsp;this powerf...Mon, 10 Nov 2014 15:11:00 GMTCHAPTER 4 FAQs http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/589407http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2014/11/6/589407/content.aspxClick here to access the Chapter 4 Frequently Asked Question document. &nbsp;The FAQs provide guidance on implementation of Chapter 4 requirements.Thu, 06 Nov 2014 10:28:00 GMTCDT Student Metacognition Templates Now Available! http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/583804http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2014/10/1/583804/content.aspxPDE has developed student metacognition templates to use with students as a process of moving learning forward. First, students think about how they performed on the Classroom Diagnostic Tools before seeing their results. Secondly, students review and analyze their results from their CDT Individual Student Map. Lastly, students set their own goals and discuss and plan with their teacher(s).&nbsp; Click here to access an information document and access the templates by course.Wed, 01 Oct 2014 15:01:00 GMTCDT Skill Pamphlets Now Available!http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/583801http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2014/10/1/583801/content.aspxPDE has developed grade level and course skill lists for Grades 3 &ndash; High School for the Classroom Diagnostics Tools Diagnostic Categories. The Skills List Pamphlets are recommended to be used by teachers, students, administrators, and parents. &nbsp;Click here to access an information document and the ELA, Math, and Science pamphlets.Wed, 01 Oct 2014 14:59:00 GMTREGISTER NOW FOR THE SAS INSTITUTE http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/583611http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2014/9/30/583611/content.aspxRegistration for the SAS Institute,&nbsp;The Power of Performance:&nbsp;&nbsp;Preparing Students for Post Secondary and Career Success, is now open to all public schools, charter schools, non-public schools, private schools, CTCs, intermediate units, PaTTAN, and higher education.&nbsp; PA educators should log onto http://www.iu5.org and click on the SAS logo to view the schedule and register for the Institute.Tue, 30 Sep 2014 20:39:00 GMTPROJECT BASED ASSESSMENT FAQS AVAILABLEhttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/581154http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2014/9/15/581154/content.aspxClick here&nbsp;to access an updated version of Project Based Assessment Frequently Asked Questions.Mon, 15 Sep 2014 20:51:00 GMTPBA Webinarhttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/580207http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2014/9/10/580207/content.aspxClick here to access a recording of the September 10 PBA webinar: Project Based Assessments: &nbsp;Resources,&nbsp;Site&nbsp;Navigation,&nbsp;Frequently&nbsp;Asked&nbsp;Questions.Wed, 10 Sep 2014 21:41:00 GMTPSSA Item Samplers for Middle School Now Available!http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/577554http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2014/8/28/577554/content.aspxPSSA Preliminary Item and Scoring Samplers for Grades 6, 7, and 8 are now available on the PDE PSSA website.&nbsp; These Math and English Language Arts samplers are prefixed with 2013-14.&nbsp; (Note that the Grade 3, 4, 5 samplers were posted least year and are prefixed with 2013-14.) Click here to access the guides.Thu, 28 Aug 2014 12:08:00 GMTPennsylvania Learns iTunes U Course Developmenthttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/576151http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2014/8/20/576151/content.aspxPDE is seeking educators to assist in the development of&nbsp;Pennsylvania Learns&nbsp;iTunes U courses in middle school (6, 7, 8) ELA, elementary (3, 4, 5) Mathematics, and elementary science (PK-5).&nbsp; Click here to access the application to participate.Wed, 20 Aug 2014 14:44:00 GMTDevelopment of Project Based Assessmentshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/576150http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2014/8/20/576150/content.aspxPDE is seeking educators to assist in the development of Project&nbsp;Based Assessments in&nbsp;Algebra I, Biology, and Literature. &nbsp;Click hereto access the application to&nbsp;participate.Wed, 20 Aug 2014 14:41:00 GMTPBAs and Students with IEPshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/575712http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2014/8/15/575712/content.aspxClick here to access a recording of the August 8, 2014, webinar: PBA Update:&nbsp;Procedures for Students with Disabilities.Fri, 15 Aug 2014 11:21:00 GMTGrant Opportunity for PA High Performing Schools http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/574993http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2014/8/12/574993/content.aspxThe Governor's Expanding Excellence Competitive (Mentoring) Grant is available to any local&nbsp;educational agency with a school scoring 90 or above on the Pennsylvania School Performance Profile (SPP), based upon the 2012-2013 score. This competitive grant program is designed&nbsp;to create a culture of innovation and achievement in Pennsylvania&rsquo;s schools by recognizing high performance, providing funding to sustain and further improve performance, and providing an opportunity for high a...Tue, 12 Aug 2014 10:42:00 GMTGrant Opportunity for Districts with Schools that have SPP scores of 79 or Lowerhttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/574992http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2014/8/12/574992/content.aspxThe Governor's Expanding Excellence Competitive (Mentoring) Grant is available to any local&nbsp;educational agency with a school scoring 90 or above on the Pennsylvania School Performance Profile (SPP), based upon the 2012-2013 score. This competitive grant program is designed&nbsp;to create a culture of innovation and achievement in Pennsylvania&rsquo;s schools by recognizing high performance, providing funding to sustain and further improve performance, and providing an opportunity for high a...Tue, 12 Aug 2014 10:40:00 GMTAccessing Project Based Assessment Released Projects http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/546125http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2014/2/12/546125/content.aspxClick here&nbsp;to&nbsp;access to projects utilized in the 2013 Project Based Assessment field test. These projects are available as PDF files. While actual projects are accessed and completed online, these projects are available as a practice resource and as models of Project Based Assessments. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Wed, 12 Feb 2014 09:03:00 GMTPA Core Curriculum Mapshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/542068http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2014/1/17/542068/content.aspxPennsylvania educators have created a set of PK-12 curriculum module maps in Mathematics and English Language Arts. &nbsp;Each set of grade level module maps provides a framework for 36 weeks of instruction. &nbsp;
The PA Core Standards Instructional Frameworks can be accessed at http://www.pdesas.org/module/cm and downloaded for personal use. Educators may adopt the maps for implementation,&nbsp;adapt the maps to meet local needs,&nbsp;or use the maps to audit existing curriculum.Fri, 17 Jan 2014 11:04:00 GMTPA Core Aligned Writing Rubricshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/537686http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2013/12/12/537686/content.aspxThe PA Core aligned writing rubrics for grades 3-5 and 6-8 are now posted on PDE's PSSA site. &nbsp;Click here&nbsp;to access the site; scroll down to Writing Resources to view the documents. &nbsp;These rubrics will be those used to evaluate the writing component of the English Language Arts PSSA, effective 2014-2015.Thu, 12 Dec 2013 15:36:00 GMTPDE Seeking Project Based Assessment Evaluators http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/528297http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2013/10/30/528297/content.aspxThe Pennsylvania Department of Education is seeking qualified educators to assist in the evaluation of completed Project Based Assessments in Algebra I, Biology, and Literature.&nbsp; Teachers, principals, and curriculum specialists are welcome to apply.&nbsp; Evaluators must hold certification in the subject area in which they are applying to evaluate. &nbsp;Click here&nbsp;to access an application.Wed, 30 Oct 2013 12:13:00 GMTProject Based Assessment Site is Open!http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/526501http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2013/10/18/526501/content.aspxThe Project Based Assessment (PBA) site is now open and available for site coordinators to register students, tutors, and test administrators. &nbsp;The PBA site is accessible at http://www.pba.pdesas.org. Site coordinators may log on with their previously received user names and passwords to begin the registration process. &nbsp;Questions may be directed to the SAS Help Desk at&nbsp;helpdesk@pdesas.org. &nbsp;
For additional information on Project Based Assessments, click here.&nbsp;Fri, 18 Oct 2013 10:20:00 GMTOnline Course Cataloghttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/526257http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2013/10/16/526257/content.aspxWith an emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), PDE has created a list of&nbsp;Algebra I and Biology courses designed to prepare students for the Keystone Exams thereby meeting the Pennsylvania code's (Chapter 4) requirements toward high school graduation completion. In addition, these courses can be used for supplementary instruction. Courses are unique because they have been reviewed through an application process and the PDE-adopted&nbsp;International Association...Wed, 16 Oct 2013 11:01:00 GMTProject Based Assessmenthttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/523898http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2013/9/30/523898/content.aspxThe Project Based Assessment site will open the week of October 14, 2013. &nbsp;Assessment Coordinators may then register and manage students, tutors, and test administrators.&nbsp;To learn more about the Project Based Assessment and to view a recorded webinar especially designed for Assessment Coordinators, click here.Mon, 30 Sep 2013 09:55:00 GMTSchool Performance Profile Media Kit http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/523896http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2013/9/30/523896/content.aspxPDE has created a School Performance Profile (SPP) media kit for schools. &nbsp;Click here to access the media kit, related SPP documents, a video explaining the SPP, and an archived webinar on the media kit.Mon, 30 Sep 2013 09:53:00 GMTProject Based Assessmentshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/521605http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2013/9/16/521605/content.aspxPDE has updated the Project Based Assessment Frequently Asked Question document and added a Roles and Responsibilities document to the site. &nbsp;To access the Project Based Assessment information, click here.Mon, 16 Sep 2013 11:23:00 GMTPA School Performance Profile – Charter School Training Updatehttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/519865http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2013/9/5/519865/content.aspxThe registration link for the charter school trainings is now available.&nbsp; Please click on the link below to access.
http://www.solutionwhere.com/tiu11/cw/showcourse.asp?2279Thu, 05 Sep 2013 15:31:00 GMTSAS Institute 'Save the Date'http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/517615http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2013/8/22/517615/content.aspxThe Pennsylvania Department of Education's (PDE) SAS Institute is scheduled for Dec. 8 through December 11, 2013, at the Hershey Lodge and Convention Center. &nbsp;Registration details will be forthcoming. &nbsp;Thu, 22 Aug 2013 09:01:00 GMTProject Based Assessment Webinar Recordingshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/516688http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2013/8/14/516688/content.aspxPDE recently offered a Project Based Assessment webinar for school administrators. &nbsp;To access the recorded webinars, click here.Wed, 14 Aug 2013 10:03:00 GMTClassroom Diagnostic Tools Updatehttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/509580http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2013/6/12/509580/content.aspxThe Classroom Diagnostic Tools (CDT) is a set of online assessments designed to provide diagnostic information in order to guide instruction and intervention. The CDT is currently offered in grades 6-12 and is available for use in schools and classrooms throughout the school year. The assessments available are: Mathematics, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Science, Biology, Chemistry, Reading/Literature, and Writing/English Composition.
The CDT is expanding to grades 3-5! As a result, a fixed fo...Wed, 12 Jun 2013 13:06:00 GMTPA Core - Eligible Content Crosswalkshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/509416http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2013/6/11/509416/content.aspxCrosswalks showing the alignment between the PA Academic Standard Eligible Content and the PA Core Eligible Content are now available. &nbsp;Click here&nbsp;to view the documents.Tue, 11 Jun 2013 13:39:00 GMTPA School Performance Profile (SPP) - Update 6/5/2013http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/508995http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2013/6/5/508995/content.aspxThe training site for the PA School Performance Profile (SPP) is now active.Wed, 05 Jun 2013 11:21:00 GMTPA School Performance Profile (SPP) - Updateshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/508850http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2013/6/3/508850/content.aspxAs of June 3, 2013 the following have been updated:
Demonstration site (now includes an Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Charter School, Comprehensive CTC)
Understanding the SPP - Powerpoint
Executive Summary - Handout
Understanding Academic Performance Score - Handout
Understanding Closing the Achievement Gap - Handout
Academic Performance Formula All Configurations - Handout
Please join the Pennsylvania School Performance Profile PLC to access the materials.Mon, 03 Jun 2013 18:47:00 GMTPA Mathematics Core Training Moduleshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/480615http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2013/1/17/480615/content.aspxPDE has developed a series of training modules to assist educators as they transition their Mathematics curriculum to PA Core Standards. &nbsp;Each module includes a PowerPoint presentation, an accompanying script, and all handouts/graphic organizers necessary to deliver the presentation.
Intermediate unit curriculum personnel have been trained in delivering these modules, and they may be a source of contact for more information. &nbsp;Click here to view and download the five Mathematics module...Thu, 17 Jan 2013 10:18:00 GMTPA Mathematics Core Standards Emphasis Documentshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/480610http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2013/1/17/480610/content.aspxThe Mathematics emphasis guides provide direction to educators in terms of what topics require more emphasis, less emphasis, or are no longer taught in each grade as curriculum transitions from PA Academic Standards to PA Core Standards. &nbsp;These documents have been updated to reference the PA Core Mathematics Standards. &nbsp;Click here to view and download the guides.Thu, 17 Jan 2013 10:01:00 GMTPennsylvania School Performance Profile PLChttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/479114http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2013/1/8/479114/content.aspxPDE is pleased to announce the creation of a Pennsylvania School Performance Profile (SPP) Professional Learning Community on the SAS portal (http://www.pdesas.org/).
This PLC is designed to provide up to date information on the PA School Performance Profile (SPP). &nbsp;PDE will post relevant materials and resources to support an understanding of the SPP - in addition to inviting members to ask questions and give feedback regarding the design and its elements.&nbsp;
To register as a member of t...Tue, 08 Jan 2013 13:17:00 GMTLibrary Model Curriculumhttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/478175http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2012/12/26/478175/content.aspxThe Library Model Curriculum is based on the Pennsylvania Common Core Standards for English Language Arts, Reading and Writing in Science &amp; Technology/Technical Subjects, Reading and Writing in Social Studies and History and the Pennsylvania Academic Standards in Business, Computer and Information Technology. &nbsp;Click here to view the documents that illustrate how school librarians contribute to student literacy.Wed, 26 Dec 2012 23:17:00 GMTKeystone Exams – Depth of Knowledge and Cognitive Complexityhttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/474382http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2012/11/30/474382/content.aspxTo gain a deeper understanding of Depth of Knowledge (DOK) and cognitive complexity of items on Keystone Exams, educators may access this document that provides an in-depth explanation of the Keystone Exam item review process for each tested area in terms of whether items align with the cognitive level or DOK of the Assessment Anchor as defined by the Eligible Content. &nbsp;Sample Keystone items and a comparison of Bloom&rsquo;s Taxonomy to DOK are included for each assessed area. &nbsp;
Click ...Fri, 30 Nov 2012 15:41:00 GMTBusiness, Computer, and Information Technology Curriculum Frameworkhttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/474380http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2012/11/30/474380/content.aspxWith the completion of the Business, Computer, and Information Technology (BCIT) Standards, BCIT educators have created a Curriculum Framework that &nbsp;includes Long Term Transfer Goals, Big Ideas, and Essential Questions for the key BCIT content areas. &nbsp;Click here to view the framework.Fri, 30 Nov 2012 15:38:00 GMTPA Core Aligned Curriculum Frameworkshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/470079http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2012/11/6/470079/content.aspxClick here to download draft copies of the revised English Language Arts and Mathematics Curriculum Frameworks. &nbsp;The documents include Long Term Transfer Goals, Big Ideas, and Essential Questions aligned to PA Core Standards. &nbsp;Concepts and Competencies will be added to complete the frameworks at a later date.Tue, 06 Nov 2012 11:22:00 GMTPA ELA Core Standards Training Modules http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/465996http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2012/10/18/465996/content.aspxPDE has developed a series of training modules to assist educators as they transition their English Language Arts curriculum to PA Core Standards. &nbsp;Each module includes a PowerPoint presentation, an accompanying script, and all handouts/graphic organizers necessary to deliver the presentation.
Intermediate unit curriculum personnel have been trained in delivering these modules, and they may be a source of contact for more information. &nbsp;Click here to view and download the four ELA modu...Thu, 18 Oct 2012 12:06:00 GMTCore Standards Online Resourceshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/459733http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2012/9/28/459733/content.aspxOrganizations and states from across the country have developed web sites with an assortment of valuable resources &ndash; from video vignettes of Core standards-aligned lessons to rubrics for evaluating curriculum.&nbsp; Click here to access a list of these valuable ELA and Mathematics resources.Fri, 28 Sep 2012 09:06:00 GMTPA Core Crosswalk Documents Available http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/459730http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2012/9/28/459730/content.aspxStandard crosswalk documents are now available for English Language Arts and Mathematics.&nbsp; The documents show the content alignment of PA Core Standards to Common Core State Standards and PA Academic Standards.&nbsp; Useful as a reference tool when aligning curriculum to PA Common Core, educators should view the alignment in terms of content &ndash; as rigor must be an important consideration.&nbsp; Click here to access the crosswalks.Fri, 28 Sep 2012 09:04:00 GMTPA Core Standards Available on SAShttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/446953http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2012/8/10/446953/content.aspxWith the establishment of PA Core Standards for ELA and Mathematics, Pennsylvania has also adopted the ELA Standards for Reading and Writing in History and Social Studies and Science and Technical Subjects. &nbsp;&nbsp;These draft standards are now posted in SAS. &nbsp;The standards have been numbered and formatted to align with the PA standard system. &nbsp;Click here to view the standards.Fri, 10 Aug 2012 10:46:00 GMTSAS Provides Access to the Teachscape Teacher Effectiveness Serieshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/443494http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2012/7/31/443494/content.aspxCharlotte Danielson's Framework for Teaching was adopted as the overarching vision for effective instruction in the Commonwealth. The Pennsylvania Department of Education in partnership with Teachscape is offering online professional development related to the Framework.
Access to the Teachscape Teacher Effectiveness Series is now available to registered users of the PDE SAS Portal. Please review and complete your profile information, including PPID number. In order to access the Teachscape sys...Tue, 31 Jul 2012 09:07:00 GMTBusiness, Computer, and Information Technology (BCIT) Standardshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/442801http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2012/7/25/442801/content.aspxThe Business, Computer and Information Technology (BCIT) Standards for PreK- 12 are now available in SAS.&nbsp; These standards were created by Pennsylvania educators and reflect nine key areas of business education. &nbsp;For more information regarding the BCIT Standards, click here.
Click here to view the BCIT Standards.Wed, 25 Jul 2012 10:58:00 GMTSafe & Supportive Schoolshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/431367http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2012/5/17/431367/content.aspxThe Safe and Supportive Schools element is now active, and the Student Interpersonal Skills (SIS) Standards may be accessed from this element.&nbsp; While still a work in progress, materials and resources are available&nbsp; but yet aligned to these new standards.&nbsp; Click here to access Safe and Supportive Schools.Thu, 17 May 2012 18:58:00 GMTPA Core Standardshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/429712http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2012/5/10/429712/content.aspxPennsylvania Core Standards for English Language Arts and Mathematics have been reposted and aligned to Eligible Content and include a new numbering system.&nbsp; All PA Core Standards begin with CC. to distinguish them from the PA Academic Standards.&nbsp; Click here to access these standards.Thu, 10 May 2012 09:07:00 GMTPA Law Helps Protect Youth from Concussionshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/403788http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2012/2/8/403788/content.aspxGovernor Tom Corbett signed a law called the Safety in Youth Sports Act (PDF)&nbsp;that increases awareness and prevention of head injuries among athletes in school-sponsored athletics. &nbsp;The legislation requires students showing symptoms of a concussion to be sidelined and barred from participating in games, competitions, scrimmages and practices until cleared by an appropriate medical professional. &nbsp;
As part of the legislation, the Pennsylvania Department of Education will be providin...Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:21:00 GMTKeystones to Opportunity - Local Literacy Needs Assessmenthttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/390391http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2011/12/20/390391/content.aspxThe Keystones to Opportunity Initiative has added a NEW fill-in Local Literacy Needs Assessment to the resources available within the Instruction element of the SAS portal.&nbsp;Tue, 20 Dec 2011 16:34:00 GMTLiteracy Design Collaborative: It's Time To Write! http://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/385170http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2011/12/2/385170/content.aspxThrough the support of the Gates Foundation, PA educators from across the state have developed a set of reading and writing tasks based upon the Common Core Standards for English Language Arts &amp; Literacy in History/Social Studies and Science and Technical Subjects.&nbsp; These Literacy Design Collaborative (LDC) teacher-ready lessons are available in SAS.&nbsp;
&nbsp;Click here to learn more:
LDC Overview
LDC Frequently Asked Questions&nbsp;
Click here to view a short video to learn ...Fri, 02 Dec 2011 16:21:00 GMTKeystone Exams Updatehttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/372706http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2011/10/31/372706/content.aspxThe Assessment Anchors and Eligible Content document for Civics and Government is now available on SAS at this link&nbsp;http://www.pdesas.org/Standard/KeystoneDownloadsMon, 31 Oct 2011 11:22:00 GMTKeystones to Opportunitieshttp://www.iu17-2.pdesas.org/Main/News/372697http://websites.pdesas.org/helpdesk/2011/10/31/372697/content.aspxKeystones to Opportunity Grant (Striving Readers) documents and PA Comprehensive Literacy Plan are now available on the Keystones to Opportunity PLC at http://pdesas.org/module/communicate/PLCDashboard.aspx?cid=353Mon, 31 Oct 2011 10:50:00 GMT